Gilroy, Herman Edward 'Ed' 84 Jan. 03, 1928 Jan. 02, 2013 Ed was born in Portland. During WWII he enlisted in the Navy at age 17. He was Seaman First Class on the U.S.S. West Point troop ship. He was the chief baker on the ship. His sales career included jobs with Hoody's and was salesman of the year with General Mills. He became a sales manager in the wine industry with, Roberti's, Maletis and International. He was very passionate and conscientious about his work and his home life. He continued working until age 81! Ed is survived by his daughter, Shannon Sisson; and his sons, Kevin and Sean Gilroy. Interment with military honors is at Willamette National Cemetery Friday, Jan. 11 at 3 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the V.A. Medical Center Voluntary Service or Signature Hospice.